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Dr. Arthur Tarantino, MD

Dr. Arthur Tarantino, MD

Urology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Arthur Tarantino, MD is a urologist in West Hartford, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Tarantino has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hartford Hospital and Midstate Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

65 Memorial Rd Ste 500 West Hartford, CT 06107
Telehealth available

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(860) 947-8500

Dr. Tarantino is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Tarantino specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Tarantino's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tarantino

4.0
28 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 star
71%
71%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
21%
21%

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Superb Physician
Great communication
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2025
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Dr. Tarantino was very supportive and informative about my upcoming procedure. He took all the time needed to explain and answer my questions.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mario Rubino – Dec 04, 2024
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Poor patient service
Dr. Tarantino did not listen to my husband and what he wanted. He was hard with his answers, and on top of that after the surgery he left me a message and said the surgery was not successful. I called him back several times to talk to him and he never bothered to call me back. I also found him to be very uncaring in Tommy's situation, Doctors make mistakes and I know that, but his doctor never called me back to explain anything. If he was the last doctor on earth I would never go to him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 13, 2023
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Most definitely!!!
Dr Tarantino was so helpful advising us on our medical diagnosis. So pleasant, down to earth , professional and kind!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 19, 2023
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Dr. Tarantino was very thorough
Great bedside manner and office staff was friendly and accomadating
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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James Cultrera – Feb 03, 2023
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Poor patient care
Dr. Tarantino's office believes the medical community's reputation for poor patient service could be worse, and they are succeeding in proving it.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Ken – Jan 04, 2023
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Dr T was thorough in his explanations of my PSA level as well as all the questions that I pose to him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Salvatore A. Bramante – Oct 11, 2022
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Excellent doctor
Dr T is patient and through. He takes his time and clearly explains things in layman’s terms. Excellent bedside manner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Gerard J. Graci – May 17, 2022
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Excellent Urologist!
I have been going to Dr. Tarantino for decades. He is detailed, explains things to patients, I never feel rushed and the doctor always answers my questions. He has a great bedside manner and is easy to talk to.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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George – May 07, 2022
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Tops in Field
Dr Tarantino leaves no stone unturned!( no pun) very through with each visit!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 12, 2022
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Follow-up visit. Minimal wait time. Staff was courteous and helpful. Dr. Tarantino always professional, pleasant demeanor, answers all questions directly. Would definitely recommend him to all who ask.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 30, 2021
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Very good! He took his time and explained everything he was doing. Felt very comfortable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 02, 2021
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Although I had discontinued seeing Dr. Tarantino, at this point I want to leave a warning. A couple of years back he was very motivated to biopsy my prostate based only on PSA scores. Subsequently I learned that ( my current Urologist and several of people I know with other doctors) indicate much less evasive testing is done first. An example is an MRI that would allow someone like me to avoid a biopsy that is negative. My biggest concern is when I called and spoke to his nurse and asked about medication to address my enlarged prostate. The nurse reported that my prostate (according to Dr. Tarantino) is too big to benefit. When I asked what is the cutoff size the nurse called back and said OK it will be prescribed. I found this episode very concerning and found another Urologist for future treatment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Donald Giannini – May 05, 2020
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I was seen by Dr. Tarantino for an acute problem. Two weeks later, I was told by his nurse (by phone) that I would need a procedure which required general anesthesia. I showed up for the procedure and was told by the urologist performing the surgery (not Dr. T.) that I was scheduled for an entirely different procedure. I never heard directly from Dr. Tarantino himself after the 1st appointment.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Manchester, CT – Jul 22, 2017
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I had 3 kidney stone treatments at Hartford Hospital, done by doctors in Dr. Tarantino's group, but I had office visits with Dr. Tarantino after each treatment. He had the rather difficult job of informing me as to why I needed to have another lithotripsy, what the potential problems were, and why he was recommending a particular course of action. He did an excellent job explaining every thing to me, listening to my concerns and getting me to the end of my treatment with a minimum of stress.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Joe M. in Wethersfield, CT – Sep 17, 2016
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took his time and listened to everything I had to say
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Al D. in East Hartford, CT – Mar 15, 2016
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Dr. Arthur Tarantino, MD is a urologist in West Hartford, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Tarantino has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine...read more

  • Urology

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  • Strong Memorial Hospital Of The University Of Rochester

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Dr. Tarantino is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group65 Memorial Rd Ste 500 West Hartford, CT 06107
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    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Grp85 Seymour St Ste 416 Hartford, CT 06106
    2
    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group10 Birdseye Rd Ste 260 Farmington, CT 06032
    3
    Hartford HealthCare Medical Group330 Western Blvd Fl 2 Glastonbury, CT 06033
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Midstate Medical Center

      435 Lewis Ave
      Meriden, CT 06451
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Hartford Hospital

      80 Seymour St
      Hartford, CT 06102
      Recipient of 29
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General Campus

      100 Grand St
      New Britain, CT 06052
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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